our tilly

11 year old Tilly from Preston, Lancashire enjoyed her maintenance session recently. We see Tilly regularly to keep on top of her coat as she’s no longer able to care for it fully herself.

Tilly has suffered from health problems over the last few years but it’s really pleasing to hear that since we met up for the first time at the start of this year, things have improved dramatically. Happier, playing out more, a little self grooming …. Fantastic !

Today’s session was a gentle brush out. Tilly’s coat is still growing back in parts from clipping earlier this year but we teased through a few areas that were thicker. It’ll be great to see her coat thickening up for the winter.

pretty poppy

We were asked to meet up with new chick 5 year old Grey Mackerel Maine Coon Poppy from Liverpool, Merseyside

Poppy is a Large girl – and unfortunately not at all acccepting of being groomed. It’s very hard work for mum. Poppy had developed a few ad hoc areas of matting, underneath and around the rear quarters – but she really didn’t want to part with them.

A very vocal girl, Poppy did everything within her power to call a halt to proceedings. However, we took away the offending areas and had a brush out of her remaining coat.

We know you’re feeling more comfy now, Poppy ! Well done !

the lovely luigi

Longhaired Exotic Luigi in Windermere, Cumbria was ready for his maintenance session when we met up again this time around.  Saying that – he always is, even though we have a regular schedule.  It’s amazing where all the hair comes from !!

Luigi is now well used to his sessions and although he’d rather being doing other cat things, he now knows just what to expect.  Whereas in early sessions Luigi was very nervous and attempted to escape throughout, he now snoozes his way through groom.  He’s a very flat face (like some Persians) and heck, he can snore well !

Nice seeing you again Luigi !

miss bobby

Say a big Hello to Bobby ! Bobby is a 2 year old classic tabby Maine Coon from Wilmslow, Cheshire.

Absolutely adored, this young lady has the run of the garden which she enjoys immensely – especially watching the cheeky squirrels who seem to delight in winding her up !

Bobby is quite a cautious young lady but it didn’t take long for us to become acquainted. Bobby then settled well on the grooming table and although we heard a low growl from time to time during the session, this really was low key and on the quiet she was relaxed and interested in what was going on in her garden from a different perspective (ie. from the table).

We worked through a few tangles and took away a few knots – and removed a lot of dead hair in the process !

Following the session, mum Lori and dad James said

“Many many thanks for coming yesterday and sorting Bobby out. We really enjoyed the experience and what a relief ! The whole way you went about the session, from setup and client management, expert focus and cat handling, attention to detail and hygiene – all superb. It was lovely to meet you too, and we look forward to seeing you well before another crisis can develop.”

Thanks guys … and such a star Bobby ! You’re all set to grow your winter coat now !

happy harry

Mr Harry from Huyton, Liverpool anyone ? Who could forget that cutie face !

Mr Harry called us in to meet up with him again as his coat had developed some matting down his lower back and trouser area, and a few tangles underneath.

We had a much less fidgety session today as we took away what couldn’t be saved, and brushed out the rest of his coat.

After the session, Mr Harry went into self groom overdrive. He just could not stop washing and washing and washing ! – particularly where the pelt had come away from his back. It’s always important to keep an eye on a chick when matting is removed, to make sure they don’t overgroom (as the area can be itchy when exposed to fresh air, after some time under a mat).

We’re sure that Mr H felt great after his session and we’re looking forward to seeing him again in a few weeks time for a brush out.

mister herbie

Maine Coon Herbie from Warrington, Cheshire was recently due his maintenance session.

Herbie really is not keen on his spa days. He lets mum comb on top, but not really underneath – hence a few mats usually need to be removed from that area and the trousers during our sessions.

We clipped and combed – and a short while after Herbie was feeling much more comfy. Well done Herbs !

handsome archie

We met up with Archie again recently, in Middleton, Greater Manchester.

It’s true to say that Archie has well settled into his new life, with his new mum. He’s fallen on his feet for sure !

This was our second meet up with Archie, and today’s session was definitely more relaxed. Just a couple of moments when Archie thought he knew best (!), but overall he did well. We even clipped a little hair away around the rear, to make toileting a little safer, without too much fuss !

After the session, Archie sprawled out on the settee to chillax, and happily licked our fingers. A little thank you from the man himself !

Mum Nat later said

“I was somewhat apprehensive about Archie’s grooming session as the first time he was treated to this pleasurable experience he was particularly grumpy and even tried to bite Sandra! However, after a false start (him not returning home in time from playing out), Sandra was able to work her magic. In fairness to Archie he said hello to Sandra on her arrival. On being placed on the grooming table he growled and this continued throughout the session. However, Sandra’s patience and perseverance paid off. His attempts to escape and bite were far fewer than Sandra’s previous visit and despite his moaning I think he secretly enjoyed it. His behaviour afterwards certainly seemed to betray this fact – he couldn’t stop licking himself and even hung around while Sandra packed her things away. Thanks Sandra! See you again in the New Year!”

Fab Nat ! So pleased with the session and looking forward to next time already !

sweet as fudge

Here’s 20 year old Fudge from Astley, Greater Manchester. Looking rather fine for his age !

Fudge enjoyed a manicure and a quick brush through his short coat, as it was becoming a little thick and tufty when we called in on him.

He’d rather have been out in the garden chasing that damn squirrel, but he put up with our session like a champion.

the lovely bear

Young Bear is growing up to be a biiiiiig boy. At just 14 months old, there is no doubt that Maine Coon Bear is already a Large guy !

Maine Coons mature around 4 or 5 years old, but do most of their growing in the first couple of years.

Bear from Hoghton, Lancashire is such a loving, playful boy. He spent the first part of the session fidgety, but then settled and helped the cause by washing his chest whilst we got on with his lower section. Followed by a good play with the brushes … So much energy !

Nice seeing you again Bear !

gentle tommy

Come and say a big Hi to 11 year old Tommy in Blackburn, Lancashire.

This young man was taken in by his mum 12 months ago when he found himself without a home.

Tommy is the most gentle, loving boy you could meet. He allows mum to comb his back, but not underneath and we’re pretty sure that today was his first formal grooming session.